Lakers coach JJ Redick provided an update stating, "Jaxson is continuing to work to strengthen his ankle. We'll likely have an update early next week in terms of what a return to play looks like. But right now, the focus for him is just on strengthening that ankle." This highlights the ongoing efforts in Hayes' recovery process, emphasizing the importance of cautious progression.
Regarding Christian Wood, Redick noted, "And then with Christian, he continues to progress. We don't have necessarily a set date for his return to play with us, but the progress has been good. He's going stay back and do live against the coaches, the coaching associates while we're in Sacramento. Which is a big step for him." This indicates that Wood is making significant progress in his rehabilitation.
The situation with Hayes remains precarious, as Redick said, "It is probably wise to exercise caution with Hayes." This suggests the Lakers are taking a careful approach to ensure Hayes' injury does not worsen, indicating their commitment to player health despite the team's needs.
The Lakers have struggled with depth due to injuries, with coach Redick commenting, "With Wood being out all season so far and Hayes missing extended time, the Lakers have not had any bigs on the main roster, instead relying on two-way players Armel Traore and Christian Koloko." This emphasizes the impact of injuries on the team's overall performance.
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